Benefit Calculation

Always get a benefit calculation. If you have a job option and are in any doubt of the impact of it on your finances. It is vital that you find out if the job will leave you better off or not. In initial step might be to use a Calculation Sheet. However, there are many exceptions and anomalies and it would be advisable to confirm your calculation. There is also the Benefit of Work Estimator that helps to clarify your income in the event of taking up employment.

There are a number of organisations that will work with you on a benefit calculation. They include:

• Irish National Organisation For Unemployed People

• Citizens Information Service

Useful links:

Irish National Organisation For Unemployed People

Citizens Information Service

Calculation Sheets (Job Seekers Allowance, Job Seekers Benefit, One Parent Family Payment, Disability Allowance, Working Family Payment, Rent Supplement)